Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Manhattan, Bronx or Brooklyn

Northwell•Village of New Hyde Park, NY

About The Position

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Openings in Brooklyn, Manhattan and the Bronx Direct Hire Full Time, 9am to 5pm or 8am to 4pm FlexStaff is seeking a COTA for our client, a non-profit organization providing services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited OTA school.
NY State license, limited permit, or license-eligible.
NBCOT exam passed or within one year of hire.
Knowledge of adaptive equipment and therapeutic activities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Word.
Ability to perform various patient transfers (pivot, two-person lift, mechanical lift).
Ability to travel to assigned sites.
Participate in mandatory educational programs.
Maintain current licensure and certifications.
Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies, including corporate compliance.

Responsibilities

Review medical records and verify physician orders and OT assessments.
Maintain up-to-date prescriptions per NYS DOH and OPWDD guidelines.
Communicate with supervising OT regarding patient progress and functional areas.
Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
Incorporate input from patients, families, and direct care staff into treatment.
Write clear, measurable, outcome-oriented documentation in the EMR within required timeframes.
Train patients, families, and staff in supportive programs.
Participate in care plan/team meetings.
Follow documented treatment plans, which may include ROM, therapeutic exercise, cognitive/perceptual retraining, ADL training, wheelchair mobility, pre-vocational skills, and modality application.
Consult with supervising OT for treatment modifications.
Perform other assigned duties.